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East Cowes

East Cowes is the arrival point for many people visiting the Isle of Wight, as Red Funnel have their car ferry port here.

The area is rich with boat building history and well as the more obvious Queen Victoria connection with Osborne House.

Below are articles that OnTheWight has published connected to East Cowes.

6, January 2014·1 min read

Two Island areas hit by power outage

It's hoped to restore the power once the damaged cable has been repaired.

Kahu in happier days - when for sale - 640px - ancasta

5, November 2013·1 min read

Photos and video of the $5m motor yacht before today’s fire in Cowes

With the sad loss of Kahu today, here's a look at it in happier days. You'll understand why it was referred to as “The most impressive boat on the Medina”.

8, April 2013·1 min read

Frank James Friends release Frankie music video

It's fantastic to see such enthusiasm for protecting the Island's heritage. Watch and share.

13, March 2013·1 min read

Asphalt plant applicant comment on MP’s letter

Asphalt company say they would prefer discussion to take place face-to-face rather than through the media.

22, September 2016·1 min read

Vote for Josh: A dedicated friend of Frank James Hospital

The dedicated band of guerrilla gardeners have shown great respect to this wonderful piece of Isle of Wight heritage. One of their youngest, Josh Aitken-Dunkeld, has been a committed Friend to the cause and you can now vote for him in a national award.

24, October 2024·1 min read

CCTV image released in police appeal for shoplifting investigation (update 2)

Police appeal for information following a shoplifting incident at East Cowes Waitrose

30, April 2014·1 min read

Randonee organisers in talks with council over floating bridge suspension

The Wayfarer Touring Club will be meeting council officials today to finalise plans.

24, January 2008·1 min read

First School Reorganisation Public Meeting Tonight

The first public consultation meeting takes places tonight at Osbourne Middle School in East Cowes. The first in the series...

7, July 2013·1 min read

Shed catches fire in East Cowes

The Isle of Wight Fire Service received calls from several residents alerting them to a shed fire in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Accounting calculator on yellow background

17, March 2022·3 min read

New eye-watering losses for Floating Bridge 6 revealed in News OnTheWight investigation (Updated)

When comparing the running costs, capital expenditure and income the losses are eye-watering. News OnTheWight shares a detailed breakdown of the latest costs since our last Deep Dive series

Floating Bridge suspended sign at East Cowes terminal

28, June 2022·1 min read

Floating Bridge out of service tomorrow due to staff contracting Covid

Whilst the Floating Bridge is out of action due to a number of staff members contracting Covid, planned maintenance will take place

28, June 2021·1 min read

York Avenue reopened to traffic following delayed roadworks

The disruption to the town during the works was exceptional at times, but York Avenue has now reopened to traffic again and residents have been thanked for their patience

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